Betadip Cream 20gm
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Beclomethasone 0.025 % Also Known As: Beclometasone
Manufacturer
East West Pharma
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT BETADIP CREAMBETADIP CREAM contains Betamethasone, which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used to reduce the redness and itchiness of certain skin problems like eczema (patches of rough and scaly skin with blisters), psoriasis (scales and itchy dry patches due to build-up of skin cells), and dermatitis (inflammation of the skin). Do not smoke or go near naked flames after applying BETADIP CREAM, as it is inflammable. BETADIP CREAM is not recommended to use in patients having several skin conditions like acne, severe flushing of skin on and around the nose (rosacea), spotty red rash around the mouth (perioral dermatitis), itching around the back passage or private parts, infected skin, and itchy skin which is not inflamed. Before using BETADIP CREAM, inform your doctor if you have a chronic leg ulcer, psoriasis or infection of the skin. BETADIP CREAM should be used with caution among women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. BETADIP CREAM is not recommended for use in children less than 1 year of age. The most common
Uses
OF BETADIP CREAMIt reduces the redness and itchiness of certain skin problems like: eczema psoriasis dermatitis
How It Works
BETADIP CREAM works by acting in
Directions for Use
Always apply BETADIP CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of BETADIP CREAM to the affected area. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes, including your eyelids. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of BETADIP CREAM depending upon your age, weight and health condition.
Side Effects
using BETADIP CREAM are application site reactions like the feeling of burning, pain, irritation or itching. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms worsen. USES OF BETADIP CREAMIt reduces the redness and itchiness of certain skin problems like: eczema psoriasis dermatitis HOW BETADIP CREAM WORKSBETADIP CREAM works by acting inside skin cells and managing the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any kind of allergens, such chemicals are released normally. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways apply BETADIP CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of BETADIP CREAM to the affected area. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes, including your eyelids. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of BETADIP CREAM depending upon your age, weight and health condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF BETADIP CREAMCOMMON application site reactions like the feeling of burning, pain, irritation or itching RAREStop using BETADIP CREAM and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: worsening of skin conditions such as generalized rash or the skin becomes swollen raised bumps with pus under the skin blurred vision or other visual disturbances (using near eyes may result in entering of the medicine in the eyes causing glaucoma or cataract)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYBETADIP CREAM should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before using BETADIP CREAM. BREASTFEEDINGBETADIP CREAM should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using BETADIP CREAM. ALLERGYDo not use BETADIP CREAM if you are allergic to Betamethasone or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBETADIP CREAM is not recommended for use if you have: acne severe reddening of the skin on and around the nose (rosacea) spotty red rash across the mouth (perioral dermatitis) itching around the back passage or private parts infected skin itchy skin which is not inflamed Before using BETADIP CREAM, inform your doctor if you: are using BETADIP CREAM for chronic leg ulcer have to apply on a large area have psoriasis have to apply on broken skin or within skin folds have to apply on eyelids or near eyes have a skin infection are applying on face Use in pediatrics: BETADIP CREAM is not recommended to use in children below 1 year of age. Consult your child’s doctor before using BETADIP CREAM. Use in geriatrics: There is no information on the use of BETADIP CREAM in elderly patients. Consult with your doctor before using BETADIP CREAM.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before using BETADIP CREAM, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicine used to manage Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) (Ex. ritonavir) medicine used to manage fungal infection (Ex. itraconazole) Overdosage If you or anyone else accidentally ingests or use too much of BETADIP CREAM, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital as it can make you ill. SYNOPSIS Drug : Betamethasone Pharmacological Category : Corticosteroids Therapeutic Indication : Ecezma, Psoriasis, Dermatitis Dosage Forms : Tablet, Gel, Cream, Ointment, Lotion, Oral drops, Oil, Eye/Ear drops, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep BETADIP CREAM out of reach from children Store at a temperature not more than 25°C
Article Information
Written By
DETAILS Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R
Medical Content Writer
Reviewed By
Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
Medical Expert
Last Updated
11 Oct 2022